In New England, he would not only join a strong locker room that could show him how to be a pro, but their shotgun-heavy system is similar to the offense that he directed in college. In addition, he would enjoy the luxury of learning from Tom Brady. Observing one of the top quarterbacks in the game on a daily basis will provide Russell some of the mentoring that he desperately missed during his time in Oakland. Furthermore, he would operate under a head coach known for melding his system to the talents of his players.

I don't for one minute believe that he would last in a BB coached system which the first priority is team first,work ethic second,and understanding that you don't speak about the Patriots even when asked directly! Or in other words the silence is golden do your job theory and don't tell a soul as they will be able to see it in your play. Sorry Jamarcus the bus don't stop in Foxboro,MA

I think you actually should want to play football before you become a Pat. I mean, can we agree that having a desire to play football is a basic requirement to become a Patriot? Russell made his money, then subsequently lost his desire to play, or at least do all the things needed to be a player. He will be the NFL's poster child for a rookie wage scale. Russell is the worst kind of bust there is; a player who doesn't even try hard.